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Are your educators equipped to engage diverse learners effectively? The Tapatoru Ako Professional Practice Award is a nationally recognised professional development programme designed to enhance teaching strategies, embed cultural competency, and improve learner outcomes.

• Contributes to meeting NZQA & Code of Practice standards
• Provides educators with practical, proven strategies
• Strengthens workforce resilience & learner success

Join our Programme leads Annette Tofaeono and Graeme Smith to discover all you need to know about the Tapatoru Ako Professional Practice Award, including how your organisation can take part in 2026. The will be an opportunity for questions during the session. 

Sign up now to see what Tapatoru can do for your educators.

About Tapatoru

Developed by Ako Aotearoa, Tapatoru is a professional development programme focused on elevating the practice of educators in New Zealand's tertiary education sector.

The programme is built on four core values: Whanaungatanga (building relationships), Manaakitanga (showing respect and care), Wairuatanga (nurturing the spirit), and Aroha (empathy).

These values are pivotal for fostering inclusive and effective learning environments. The Tapatoru Awards celebrate educators who excel in applying these values in their roles and practice a values-led approach to tertiary education.